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| A Duke Too Far by Jane AshfordIntroducing: Peter Rathbone, Duke of Compton, who's scrambling to keep his family's estate afloat while grieving his sister Delia's unexpected death; and Miss Ada Grandison, the family friend who delivers Delia's last letter, which contains information that could change both their lives.
Why you might like it: This 4th book in the Way to a Lord's Heart series boasts a slow-burning romance that unfolds during a treasure hunt.
For fans of: the blend of mystery and romance found in Manda Collins' Studies in Scandal novels, Theresa Romain's Royal Rewards quartet, or Anna Harrington's Lords of the Armory series. |
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| Starbreaker by Amanda BouchetStarring: Captain Tess Bailey of the Endeavor, and her lover, Shade Ganavan, who plan to strike a blow against the Empire by freeing a captured scientist from the notorious Starbase 12 prison.
For fans of: Ann Aguirre's Sirantha Jax novels, Linnea Sinclair's Dock Five Universe series, and Rachel Bach's Paradox trilogy.
Should you start here? Like the author's previous Kingmaker Chronicles trilogy, the Endeavor series follows one couple over several books, so it's best to start at the beginning with Nightchaser. |
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| The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby JimenezWhat brings them together: Tucker the dog, who trades his negligent sitter for artist Sloan Monroe, who sends regular updates to Tucker's dad, musician Jason Larsen, while he's on tour in Australia -- updates that quickly turn into a long-distance flirtation.
What keeps them apart: Aside from 8,000 miles of ocean? Sloan is still mourning her fiancé, while Jason's career is finally taking off.
Spoiler alert: If you haven't yet read Abby Jimenez's debut, The Friend Zone, be aware that The Happy Ever After Playlist refers to several of that novel's major plot points. |
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| The Scandalous Adventures of the Sister of the Bride by Victoria AlexanderIntroducing: Delilah, Lady Hargate, an eminently respectable English widow who enjoys a discreet one-night stand with handsome American Samuel Russell during a trip to New York.
And then... Sam shows up at her sister's wedding (he's a friend of the groom) and Delilah is suddenly confronted with her best mistake.
Why you might like it: Likable leads, witty banter, and transatlantic hijinks enliven this 3rd steamy installment of the Millworth Manor series. |
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| Insert Groom Here: An Unconventional Brides Romance by K.M. JacksonComing up: As Eva Ward, the lucky winner of The Morning Show's "dream wedding" contest, prepares to say "I do" on national television, her fiancé abruptly backs out, prompting an on-air meltdown that goes viral after Eva knees cameraman Aidan Walker in the crotch.
Stay tuned: Following the debacle, the network offers to build a reality show around Eva's quest to find a new groom (and perhaps repair her reputation). The catch? Aidan will be producing the show.
Series alert: Insert Groom Here is the 2nd Unconventional Brides romance, after To Me, I Wed. |
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I thee wed
by Celeste Bradley
What's it about: Planning to marry the daughter of his mentor, the acclaimed scientist Sir Geoffrey Blayne, Orion Worthington instead finds himself distracted by Sir Geoffrey's unruly lab assistant, Francesca Penrose, whose brilliant mind and independent spirit capture his heart.
Why you might like it: It is written by the New York Times best-selling author of With This Ring.
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